Power Of Culture: How It Shapes Child's Development

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Culture plays a significant role in shaping children's development, influencing their values, beliefs, behaviours, dressings, and languages etc. From the moment a child is born in any environment, he/ she is immersed in a cultural context that shapes his/ her understanding of the world and his/ her place in it. Cultural norms, values, and practices can impact a child's cognitive, social, and emotional development, and can have long-term impact on his/ her future.

* Cultural influences on child development:

1. Parenting styles: 

Cultural differences in parenting styles can impact on a child's development, with some cultures emphasizing independence and others emphasizing interdependence.

2. Socialization:

Cultural norms and values can influence how children are socialized, with some cultures placing a strong emphasis on respect for elders and others emphasizing individualism. 

3. Learning styles:

Cultural differences in learning styles can impact a child's academic performance and achievement, with some cultures emphasizing rote memorization to pass examinations instead of thorough understanding of the concepts of subjects taught in the schools and critical thinking. 

4. Emotional expressions:

Cultural norms around emotional expressions can impact a child's emotional development, with some cultures encouraging open expression of emotions and others emphasizing restraints. 

* Examples of cultural differences on child development:

1. Collectivist vs. Individualist cultures:

In collectivist cultures, such as many Asian countries, children are often taught to prioritize the needs of the groups or communities over individual needs. In contrast, individualist cultures, such as Western countries and societies, often emphasize individual freedom, autonomy, and choice of actions. 

2. Cultural differences in discipline:

Cultural differences in discipline can impact a child's development, with some cultures using physical punitive measures, whilst others are using more positive reinforcement techniques. 

3. Cultural influences on play:

Cultural display can impact a child's cognitive and social development, with some cultures emphasizing structured plays and others emphasizing free play. 

In conclusion, culture plays a profound role in shaping a child's development, influencing his/ her beliefs, values, languages, dressings, and behaviours. Understanding of the impact of culture on child's development can help parents, educators, caregivers, and policymakers create more effective and culturally-responsive programmes and services to support children's development. People, all over the world, are direct products of their cultures and environment!

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